Chemicals are the basis for nearly all products in the world. As an industry of industries, the chemical sector is key to helping reach the long-term vision of 9 billion people living well, and within the boundaries of the planet.
For decades, the “tragedy of the commons” has been a useful tool for understanding and explaining the risks of undervaluing shared resources.
Nearly one year ago, many didn’t even think an agreement was possible. And yet it’s going into effect faster than many ever imagined.
Companies turned out in force with more than 80 WBCSD member representatives gathering to review progress against each of the sector-specific work plans for 2016, and to discuss how to continue driving implementation in 2017.
WBCSD today released its online Sustainable Mobility planning tool at the annual CIVITAS Conference on sustainable urban mobility in Gdynia, Poland. Geneva, 29 September 2016 – The online tool (…)
The past year has been about enhancing understanding and appreciation of the development agenda the SDGs represent, and gradually accepting that within this new global framework, all countries are in need of further development.
Our world has changed. So has our climate. Never has the necessity of building a sustainable world been so real and so urgent. But stepping into this reality should not evoke dark clouds as it is also a synonym for hope.
There’s a reason we call our home the “Blue Planet.” Oceans cover most of Earth’s surface and generate roughly 70% of the oxygen in our atmosphere. (…)
Our earth’s ocean provides us with so much—the air we breathe, food and water, plus efficient transportation routes for global commerce, unlimited recreational opportunities, and (…)
From 1 to 10 September, Hawaii became home to IUCN’s renowned World Conservation Congress.